FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST30
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35 Features
19 Overall
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
- 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
- Released July 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix Z808EXR
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST30 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the FujiFilm Z800EXR versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Z800EXR (12MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is very close but the Z800EXR (1/2") and ST30 (1/3") offer different sensor dimensions.

The Z800EXR was revealed 6 months earlier than the ST30 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z800EXR grades against the ST30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR & Samsung ST30. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm Z800EXR Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Samsung ST30
Z800EXR | ST30 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR
ST30 | Z800EXR |
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Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Samsung ST30
Z800EXR | ST30 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Z800EXR has outer dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
See the FujiFilm Z800EXR versus Samsung ST30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Z800EXR against the ST30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z800EXR and ST30 is 95 and 98 respectively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z800EXR and ST30.
To sum up, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z800EXR having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the FujiFilm Z800EXR will provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Samsung ST30 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix Z808EXR | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.7 | - |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) | 87 grams (0.19 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $200 | $55 |